For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,558 students in 55812, MN (there are 1 private school, serving 428 private students). 78% of all K-12 students in 55812, MN are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 55812, MN are Congdon Elementary School and Ordean East Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 55812 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 55812, MN have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55812, MN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Congdon Elementary School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3116 E Superior St
Duluth, MN 55812
(218) 336-8825
Duluth, MN 55812
(218) 336-8825
Gr: K-5 | 474 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #22.
Ordean East Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2900 E 4th St
Duluth, MN 55812
(218) 336-8940
Duluth, MN 55812
(218) 336-8940
Gr: 6-8 | 1,037 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: n/an/a
Alc Sws Ordean East
Alternative School
2900 E 4th St
Duluth, MN 55812
(218) 336-8756
Duluth, MN 55812
(218) 336-8756
Gr: 6-8 | 47 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 55812, MN?
The top-ranked public schools in 55812, MN include Congdon Elementary School and Ordean East Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 55812?
3 public schools are located in 55812.
What percentage of students in 55812 go to public school?
78% of all K-12 students in 55812 are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 55812?
55812 public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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